Position Type: Student Support Services/School NurseDate Posted: 3/26/2026Location: Ross Elementary SchoolDate Available: August 2026Closing Date: 4/17/26 or until filledDistrict: Milford School DistrictPosition: School NurseLocation: Ross Elementary SchoolReports To: PrincipalStarting Date: August 2026Application Deadline: April 17, 2026 or Until FilledOverview of the Position: The School Nurse provides comprehensive health services to support students' physical, mental, and emotional well-being in the assigned school. This position manages daily operations of the school health office, delivers direct nursing care, and ensures compliance with district, state, and federal health regulations. The School Nurse promotes a healthy and safe learning environment by assessing student health needs, maintaining accurate medical records, administering medications, and responding to health emergencies. The School Nurse collaborates with families, staff, physicians, and community health agencies to develop and implement effective health programs and policies. This role also supports the district nursing team by assisting with coverage, supporting health-related programs, and providing professional development on health and safety practices.Qualifications: Possess or be eligible for a validDelaware School NurseCertification in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1220(a).Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)Registered Nurse LicenseCPR and AED CertificationCompleted 3 years of Clinical ExperienceBe able to perform essential job functions including exerting between 20-50 lbs. of force and assisting students with mobility and transitionsPerformance Responsibilities:Serve as school nurse and manage the office for the assigned building.Implement all school health and safety protocols.Coordinate with other school nurses and the district lead nurse.Manage the school nurse office and address all student medical needs, including medication administration, emergency response, and routine well-being assessments.Assist the district and medical community in developing health policies and programs.Conduct immunization clinics, physical exams, and vision and hearing tests as directed.Observe students regularly to identify health needs.Maintain up-to-date cumulative health records for all students.Report student health matters to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and agencies as directed.Assume care responsibility for injured or ill students/staff in the absence of physicians or emergency personnel on district property.Administer first aid following established procedures.Recommend health interventions for individual students to medical personnel.Enforce Board policies and state regulations on exclusion and readmission related to infectious diseases.Participate in professional development and maintain required licenses and certifications.Support school personnel in maintaining sanitary standards.Provide professional development on health trends and practices to staff.Support summer school programs and athletic event coverage as needed.Collaborate as a nursing team to provide district coverage during emergencies or when buildings lack coverage.Facilitate medically required intake and registration of new students.Attend student IEP and 504 meetings as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.Terms of Employment: Ten-month (10) full-time employee. Salary: Salary schedule is based on experience and degree and can be found on the district website:Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually according to the Board's policy on professional personnel evaluation.Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: . External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website: . Only completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:ResumeCopy of unofficial transcriptsThree separate letters of recommendationContact: Director of Human Resources906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963 Phone: 302-424-6393 Employment Contingent Upon Successful: Criminal Background CheckChild Protection Registry CheckPhysician's Health CertificationTB Test (within last five years)Verification of Credentials and Past EmploymentAdherence to School District PoliciesMilford School District Board of Education ApprovalMilford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action, including termination, if false or misleading statements or documents are discovered after employment is accepted. The District may also adjust the application or interview period, modify performance responsibilities, and reject any or all applications for reasonable cause.Milford School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 906 Lakeview Avenue, Milford, DE 19963, telephone 302-422-1600.
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School Nurse